Vulnerability in Kernel - Input: appletouch - initialize work before device registration
Summary
GSD-2022-1000020: Input: appletouch - initialize work before device registration. Affects Kernel versions >= 5a6eb676d3bc4d7a6feab200a92437b62ad298da, < 292d2ac61fb0d9276a0f7b7ce4f50426f2a1c99f. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a fundamental component of the Linux operating system that manages system resources and facilitates communication between hardware and software. It provides essential functionalities for the proper functioning of the system. The appletouch module within the Kernel is responsible for handling input from Apple touch devices. It allows users to interact with their devices through touch input. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the appletouch module that could potentially lead to security issues.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the appletouch module arises from the improper initialization of work before device registration. This flaw could be exploited by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code or trigger a denial-of-service condition. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. It is important to note that this vulnerability has been fixed in the Linux Kernel version v4.14.261 by commit 292d2ac61fb0d9276a0f7b7ce4f50426f2a1c99f. However, it was introduced in version v2.6.23 by commit 5a6eb676d3bc4d7a6feab200a92437b62ad298da.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended course of action is to apply the fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the patched version.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a vulnerability has been identified in the appletouch module of the Kernel, which could potentially lead to security issues. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to the fixed version v4.14.261 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The Kernel is a core component of the Linux operating system that manages system resources and facilitates communication between hardware and software.
The appletouch module is responsible for handling input from Apple touch devices, allowing users to interact with their devices through touch input.
The impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven. However, it could potentially allow malicious actors to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v4.14.261 or later.
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended course of action is to update the Linux Kernel to the patched version.
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